Description
A zesty and flavorful chicken dish perfect for dinner, featuring a marinade of lime, garlic, and spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 2 tablespoons lime zest
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- Lime wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, lime zest, minced garlic, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper if desired.
- Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 30 minutes, preferably longer.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and discard the leftover marinade.
- Grill the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for about 5 minutes.
- Chop the fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the sliced chicken. Serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- For best flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- This dish pairs well with rice, beans, or a fresh salad.
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to your heat preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Fiesta lime chicken, grilled chicken, lime chicken recipe, zesty chicken